1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 953 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 99 L |
