2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 843 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 44 L |