2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 359 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, 2004 MG ZS, 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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 2004 MG ZS | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Exige | ZS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |