2008 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lotus |
| Model | Tiguan | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
