2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Elantra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1199 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
