1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
