2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Elise (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 672 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C5 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
