2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 1999 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Exige | SS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
