2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-250 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 73 L |
