2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 569 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, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Stilo | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 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 | 1485 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |