1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 936 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C 15 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |
