2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 284 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, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Etude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
