2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 754 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 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 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 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ8 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
