1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Xantia | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
