2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo, 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 Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Doblo | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
