2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 546 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Freestar | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2430 mm |
