1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
