2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 2100 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Freestyle | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
