2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2430 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Excursion | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 36 L |