2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Lotus | Fiat |
Model | Exige | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |