2003 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Berlina | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Berlina | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |