2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2512 mm |