1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 997 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esprit | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
