2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Beaulieu | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 54 L |
