2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 409 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
