2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 386 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Exige | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |