2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
