2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Exige and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (257 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Exige | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |