2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
