2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |