2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Exige weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | Smart |
Model | Exige | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 22 L |