2005 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 566 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus SC | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | SC | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |