2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | E-150 | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 44 L |