2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Ram | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
