2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2004 Opel Frontera 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. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
