2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
