2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Fiorino | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
