2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2209 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Excursion | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 36 L |