2000 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X5 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
