2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 477 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, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Exige | 207 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |