2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Exige and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 243 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Exige | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
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 | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |