2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Exige and 2007 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Lotus | Saab |
Model | Exige | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |