2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Volvo V40, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Exige | V40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.1 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |