2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Exige | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |