2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
