1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 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 148 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 323 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
