1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 268 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
