2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 638 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | CL | Exige |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |