2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 737 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z, 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | 350Z | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
