2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 888 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Evora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2575 mm |
