2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lotus | Saab |
Model | Exige | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |