2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Exige | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
