2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | C | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |