2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Infiniti I, 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2000 Infiniti I 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. 2000 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Exige | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
