2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |