2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
