2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 232 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2004 MG XPower | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | XPower |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |