2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 372 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Exige | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2435 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |