2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 4 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 289 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, 2009 Renault Modus, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 2009 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Modus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
