2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C3 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
