2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Mazda MPV, 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | MPV |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |