2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | 911 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
