1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 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 171 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 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 F-150 (597 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Exige 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 | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| 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 | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
