1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Esprit | Montego |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |