2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Exige | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
