2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lotus | Xedos |
| Model | Exige | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
