2010 Ford Flex vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex, 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2010 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Flex | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Flex | Exige |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |