2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Exige | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Trafic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |