2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 194 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, 2003 Citroen C2, 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 Elise (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C2 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
