2004 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 36 L |
