2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 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) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Symbol weights approximately 125 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, 2011 Renault Symbol, 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol. 2011 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2473 mm |
