2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Exige | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
