1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25. 2011 Infiniti G25 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. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Esprit | G25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
