2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue, 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Lotus | Saturn |
Model | Exige | Vue |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |