2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 1914 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 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 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | F-150 | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |