2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
