2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 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 2,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Holden Commodore. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Holden Commodore (240 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2007 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Exige | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
