1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 366 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 Kia Sorento, 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 (542 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Esprit | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |