2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 783 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | C | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
