2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia 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 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2008 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2737 mm |
