2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Exige | Amanti |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |