2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4, 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | SX4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 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 | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |