1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 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 (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo, 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 (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 153 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 | 1315 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
