2008 Kia Spectra vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 726 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra, 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Spectra | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Spectra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
