2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ranger | Esprit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |