2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 569 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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Exige | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |