1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Copperhead | Exige |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
