2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |