1995 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. (117 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 950 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1995 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Voyager | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Voyager | Exige |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1190 mm |
