2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 676 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 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Saab | Lotus |
| Model | 05-Sep | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
