2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Wrangler | Exige |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
