2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Econovan | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
