2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xsara | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |