2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-350 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 73 L |
