2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2004 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 31 L |