2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
