2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige 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 103 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 295 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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2009 Renault Logan | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | Logan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |