1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, both 1999 Lotus Esprit and 1999 Honda Passport were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.
Because 1999 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Passport. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Honda Passport | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Esprit | Passport |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |