2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 824 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |