2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
