2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
