1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 128 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
