2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 669 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
