2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia.
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, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
