2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Maverick | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
