2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 (621 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-350 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 44 L |
