2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 5 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Exige | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
