2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Elise. 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Doblo | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |