1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Xantia | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
