2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |