2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1402 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.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Exige | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
