2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.

Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 1989 Lotus Esprit
Make Citroen Lotus
Model C5 Esprit
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1996 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2440 mm


 

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