2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
