2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
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 Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 108 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |