2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 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), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Exige | Reno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
