2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 998 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Freestar | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2299 mm |