2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Exige | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |