2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |