2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 980 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
