2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 520 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, 2006 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Scenic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |