2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 874 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (398 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2430 mm |
