2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |