2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | F-150 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2430 mm |