2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Esprit | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Esprit | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
