2005 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 168 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escape | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
