2003 GAZ 3110 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3110 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | 3110 | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |