2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 915 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, 2006 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 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 | 460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
