2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206, 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 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
