2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (495 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-350 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |
