2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
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 Peugeot 5008, 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 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2735 mm |
