2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Opa weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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, 2001 Toyota Opa (202 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2001 Toyota Opa has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Opa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
