1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 136 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Esprit | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
