2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One 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 100 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Exige | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Lotus | Mini |
| Model | Exige | One |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
