2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
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 Saturn Aura, 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 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2008 Saturn Aura 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 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Lotus | Saturn |
| Model | Exige | Aura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
