2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 824 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Exige | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 84 L |