2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1993 Renault Express | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Express |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |