2005 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 530 | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |