2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 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 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 565 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Exige | 118 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |