2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 865 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |