2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 468 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lotus |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
