2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 191 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |
