2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
