2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,522 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 675 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
