2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 569 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2012 Chrysler Delta has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Delta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
| Model | Exige | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
