Lotus Elise vs. Ford Thunderbird
When we compare the Lotus Elise's and the Ford Thunderbird's specifications and ratings, the Lotus Elise has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Thunderbird has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lotus Elise's and the Ford Thunderbird's specifications and ratings, the Ford Thunderbird is a better car than the Lotus Elise.
Lotus Elise vs. Ford Thunderbird Pricing
A used 2005 Lotus Elise ranges from $39,616 to $71,044 while a used 2005 Ford Thunderbird is priced between $10,919 to $31,347.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lotus Elise’s base engine makes 190 horsepower, and the Ford Thunderbird base engine makes 280 horsepower. The Elise is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 250 miles. The Thunderbird is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles.This gives the Lotus Elise the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Thunderbird the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
39616 - 71044
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10919 - 31347
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Lotus Elise Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Thunderbird Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lotus Elise Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Thunderbird Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lotus Elise Trim Levels
Base
Ford Thunderbird Trim Levels
50th Anniversary Limited Edition, Deluxe
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 6800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.096 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
286 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
200 / 250 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
52.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
1975 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
43.9 inches
Length:
149 inches
Wheelbase:
90.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3780 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
52.1 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17