2006 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 913 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Freestar | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |