2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Exige | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |