2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Exige | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |