2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Toyota Prius, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Exige | Prius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |