2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exige | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
