2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Exige | Pajero |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |