2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Charger | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |