1999 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 234 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
