2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
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, 2004 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
