2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
Model | FX | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |