2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exige | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
