2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Exige | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
