2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
