2007 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Elise (121 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 561 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Because 2003 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |