2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Econoline | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |