2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 316 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, 2011 Scion xD, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Lotus | Scion |
| Model | Exige | xD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
