1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. 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 275 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 939 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
