2009 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 531 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Lotus Exige 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 2003 Lotus Exige. 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
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 | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 5.8 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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |