2002 Honda Z vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Z | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
