1997 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 730 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Aerostar | Elise |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |