2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 875 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Diablo | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
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 | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |