2001 Honda Integra vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Honda Integra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Honda Integra (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Integra | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Integra | Exige |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |