2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exige | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
