2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 835 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (325 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Exige | Diamante |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |