2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige 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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | C3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |