1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Cavalier | Exige |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
