2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. Both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2006 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 361 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 Rover 45, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Exige | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
