2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 265 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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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 (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 875 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
