1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (542 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
