2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
