1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit. 2004 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1993 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 73 L |
