2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 732 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |