2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
