2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1009 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Montero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Montero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 74 L |
