2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | E-350 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 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 | 5900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |
