2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 975 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 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour, 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Exige | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
