2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 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 123 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Exige | Fit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |