2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige. 2001 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Exige | Montana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
