2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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 Chrysler Sebring (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
| Model | Exige | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
