2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1164 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exige | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 88 L |