2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
