2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 715 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
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 | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 44 L |