2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 527 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Stratus | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
