1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 185 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
