2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 7 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 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Swift |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |