2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | E-250 | Elan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2260 mm |