The Comparative Analysis :
Lotus Exige Roadster S (12 - 16) vs. Alfa Romeo 4C Spider (15 - 18)
€ 66,900
€ 72,000
€ 66,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 72,000
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Lotus Exige Roadster is 3.7 inches longer, 2.4 inches narrower and 2.1 inches lower than the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider.
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
44.4
70.9
78.8
46.6
73.4
81.3
70.9 in
Width
73.4 in
78.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.3 in
44.4 in
Height
46.6 in
93.3
160.8
93.7
157
160.8 in
Length
157 in
93.3 in
Wheelbase
93.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
2061 lb
Curb Weight
2238 lb
2571 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
2590 lb
Weight Difference:
176 lb
7.87 %
General
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Exige S3
Generation
Typ 960
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Straight-four gasoline engine with compressor
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
960 A1.000
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
1.7 L / 83 cu in
346 hp
at 7000 rpm
Power
238 hp
at 6000 rpm
Lotus Exige Roadster
346 hp
238 hp
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
295 lb‑ft
at 4500 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 2200 rpm
Lotus Exige Roadster
295 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Performance
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
170 mph
Maximum Speed
160 mph
4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
4.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
184 ft
0.000 sec
Lotus Exige Roadster
62 mph
62
mph
mph
207 ft
0.000 sec
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
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5.96 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
9.4 lb/hp
Lotus Exige Roadster
5.96 lb/hp
9.4 lb/hp
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
34 mpg
Lotus Exige Roadster
23 mpg
34 mpg
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
16 mpg
city
23 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
10.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gal
246 mi
Range
360 mi
Lotus Exige Roadster
246 mi
360 mi
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Environmental Impact
191.4 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
130.7 kWh
Lotus Exige Roadster
191.4 kWh
130.7 kWh
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
380 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
259 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Lotus Exige Roadster
Alfa Romeo 4C Spider
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
509 lb
Maximum Payload
353 lb
3.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
1.1 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
