1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 711 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 1993 Subaru SVX 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. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Subaru | Lotus |
| Model | SVX | Exige |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1158 mm |
