2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Esprit | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2499 mm |
