2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
