2005 Daewoo Evanda vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 622 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Evanda, 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, 2005 Daewoo Evanda (183 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Evanda | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Evanda | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
