2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 751 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 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Exige | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
