2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | HR-V | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |