2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 732 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |