1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 865 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 Caterham 7 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 1996 Caterham 7. 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
