2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora 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 2011 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
