2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Exige | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |