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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 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 840 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 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 | 1137 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |