2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 944 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Exige | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |