2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 505 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |