2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 813 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.
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, 2010 Acura TL, 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lotus | Acura |
| Model | Exige | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
