2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 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 361 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2004 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Lotus | Citroen |
| Model | Exige | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
