2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena, 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Siena | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Siena | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 36 L |