1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | S-MX | Exige |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |