2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Lotus | Buick |
| Model | Exige | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
