2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | 300 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |