2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Exige | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
