2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2011 Lotus Exige and 2011 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Fluence is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Fluence weights approximately 283 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, 2011 Renault Fluence, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2702 mm |
