1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 8 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 177 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Navara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |