2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 341 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 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Esprit | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |