2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 846 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |