2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Exige. 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C5 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
