2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exige | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
