2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
