2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 961 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
