2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 683 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 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Exige | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Exige | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |