2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Pilot | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Pilot | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |