2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Exige | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
