2003 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.

Because 2003 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 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lotus Exige 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
Make Lotus Fiat
Model Exige Grande Punto
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.8 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 45 L


 

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