2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-250 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 31 L |
