1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Explorer | Elise |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| 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 | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
