2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Exige | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 Width | 1730 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
