1990 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 336 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |