2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 3 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Esprit | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
