2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris 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 (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Exige | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |