1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
