2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane, 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, 2008 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Exige | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Megane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |