2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Doblo | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
