1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
