2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ikon | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
