2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Exige | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
