2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |