1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Sienna |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |