2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 335 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 73 L |
