2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |