1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 177 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2741 mm |
