2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, both 2000 Lotus Extreme and 2000 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Because 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 Extreme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, 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 Extreme (180 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Extreme | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1394 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
