2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Exige | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |