2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 686 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | FR-V | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |