2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 941 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Lotus | Dodge |
| Model | Elise | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
