2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Exige | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |