2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
