2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 9-X weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Exige | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2999 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
