2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 991 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |