2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (219 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise 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 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | E-350 | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 212 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 | 5390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 44 L |