2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Ducato | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 940 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |