2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 509 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
