2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 8 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1230 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3665 mm |