2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, 2001 Renault Talisman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Renault Talisman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 499 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman. 2001 Renault Talisman has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Talisman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | GT 1 | Talisman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
