2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. Both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2001 Pontiac Vibe are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 355 kg more 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2001 Pontiac Vibe 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. 2001 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Exige | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
