1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 558 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotus Esprit | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 167 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 | 1339 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
