1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Esprit | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
