2003 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (396 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |