2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
