2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
