1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
