2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Cee'd | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
