2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 320 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 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Exige | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
