2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2003 GMC Envoy and 2003 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 2003 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | GMC | Lotus |
Model | Envoy | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |