1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 809 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 354 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |