2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 569 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | C5 | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |