2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Bravo | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
