2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
