2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Exige | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |