2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |