2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Exige | 120 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |