1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 487 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Esprit | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 256 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |