1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 206 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |