2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2299 mm |
