1998 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Toyota | Lotus |
Model | MR2 | Exige |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |