2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | B4000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 324 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |