2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2575 mm |
