2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V, 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Exige | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |