2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |