2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Exige and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Exige weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
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, 2006 Mazda MPV, 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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |