2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 739 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
