1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
| Model | Elise | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3048 mm |
