2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1916 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Excursion | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |
