2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | XM |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |