2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | 300 | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 44 L |