2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Exige | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |