2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
