2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 762 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |