1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 311 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Intrepid | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2941 mm |