2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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 (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
