2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 340 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Focus | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.2 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 | 950 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 | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |