1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 10 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 185 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 17 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, 2005 Renault Scenic, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1356 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
