2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1417 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Range Rover | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 40 L |