2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Jazz | Exige |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |