1999 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lotus Esprit 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 2003 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM, 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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | XM | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |