1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Econoline | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |