2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lotus | BMW |
Model | Exige | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |