2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 698 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Exige | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |