2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |