2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1582 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
