2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 516 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2006 Kia Amanti, 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Esprit | Amanti |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |