2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (216 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
