2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |