2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada, 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 Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Lotus | Fiat |
Model | Exige | Strada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |