2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, both 2011 Lotus Exige and 2011 Scion xB were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xB weights approximately 464 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB, 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lotus Exige | 2011 Scion xB | |
Make | Lotus | Scion |
Model | Exige | xB |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 909 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |