2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Dakota | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2420 mm |
