2007 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
