2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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. 2006 Hyundai Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Exige | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
