2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | RL | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |