2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Saxo | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |