2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ranger | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |