2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Town & Country | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |