2000 Acura TL vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 645 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, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | TL | Exige |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
