2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2590 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Excursion | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |