2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise, 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Exige | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |