2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90. 2010 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Esprit | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
