2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2053 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 40 L |
