2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Exige | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
