2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Sonata | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |