2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 236 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Exige | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
