2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2002 Infiniti QX4 and 2002 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2002 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | QX4 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
