2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 341 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |