2006 Acura RL vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 648 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 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | RL | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
