2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Ram | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 40 L |