2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |