2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Exige | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |