2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Lotus Exige
Make Chevrolet Lotus
Model Camaro Exige
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5700 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 240 HP
Torque 454 Nm 237 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 40 L


 

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