2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 2 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (396 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 860 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB9 | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |