2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2002 Acura CL 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. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lotus Exige 2002 Acura CL
Make Lotus Acura
Model Exige CL
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 65 L


 

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