2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 644 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 36 L |