2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Dakota | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |