2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |