2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 844 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Exige | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |