2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Stilo | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
