2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.

Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Fusion 2011 Lotus Exige
Make Ford Lotus
Model Fusion Exige
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1388 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 942 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 3797 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1727 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1158 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2299 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 44 L


 

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