2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit 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 551 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 |
