2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Exige | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |