2004 Ford GT vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | GT | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |