1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
