2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Lotus Evora were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 Lotus Evora 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 2009 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C3 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
