2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2009 Pontiac G8 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. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Exige | G8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |