2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | X5 | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 40 L |