2000 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 429 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, 2011 Renault Scenic, 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2011 Renault Scenic has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Scenic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
