2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 374 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 Samsung SM3, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Lotus | Samsung |
| Model | Exige | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
