2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | Partner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
