2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
