2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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. Both 2002 Lotus Exige and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 600 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
