1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 F-150 (597 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
