2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lotus Elise 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 2004 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 2004 Lotus Elise (172 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |