1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2440 mm |
