1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Exige |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
