1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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 132 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy 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. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
