1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
