2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | C5 | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |