2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fiesta | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
