2002 Buick Century vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 611 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century, 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 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Century | Exige |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |