2005 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
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 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Carens | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |