2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2008 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Elise | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Lotus | Chrysler |
Model | Elise | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |