2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | C5 | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |