2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1312 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Esprit | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3023 mm |
