2011 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise 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 Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lotus Elise | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Lotus | Citroen |
Model | Elise | C5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |