2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 804 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ranger | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
