2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Clio | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
