2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 13 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 599 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, 2013 Mini Countryman, 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Lotus | Mini |
| Model | Exige | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
