2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
