2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, 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 C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C6 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
