2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1975 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ranger | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |