2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Expedition | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
