2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 254 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Lotus | Marcos |
Model | Exige | TSO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |