2009 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 606 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |