1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Explorer | Elise |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |