2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 996 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ranger | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 44 L |