2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (713 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | M250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
