1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2575 mm |
