2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Opel | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |