1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
