2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 349 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Stilo | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
