2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 5 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 335 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, 2006 Mini One, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Lotus | Mini |
| Model | Exige | One |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
