2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster 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, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2009 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |