2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 512 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (170 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Exige | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Forenza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |