1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 633 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
