2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Exige | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
