2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1079 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |