2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 666 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 957 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2009 SSC Aero | |
Make | Lotus | SSC |
Model | Exige | Aero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1090 mm |