2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C5 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
