2000 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |