1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1480 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.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Econoline | Exige |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |