2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 496 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |