2001 Citroen C vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C, 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
