2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1072 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 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
| Model | Exige | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| 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 | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2909 mm |
