2000 Lada 112 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada 112 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112, 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada 112 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 112 | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |