1997 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | GMC | Lotus |
Model | Safari | Esprit |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |