1996 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (510 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3140 mm |
