2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 659 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (690 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Exige | 2013 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Lotus | Lamborghini |
| Model | Exige | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 690 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
