2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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 Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Lotus | Fiat |
Model | Exige | Croma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |