2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Exige | Raider |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |