2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 412 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, 2007 Mazda 3, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | 3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |