2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1007 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Esprit | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2895 mm |
