2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2011 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
