2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain.
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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Exige | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
