2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Volvo | Lotus |
| Model | V70 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
