2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Ranger | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |