2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
