1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Esprit | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |