2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Exige | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |