2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Explorer | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
