2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 10 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 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Lotus | Acura |
Model | Esprit | ILX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |