2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1138 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.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2013 Acura ZDX 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. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Lotus | Acura |
| Model | Exige | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
