1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 206 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
