2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 544 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escape | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |