2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2010 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 909 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 57 L |
