2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | RX-01 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2610 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |