2004 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.

Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka, 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Ka 2007 Lotus Exige
Make Ford Lotus
Model Ka Exige
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1596 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 916 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 40 L


 

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