2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Sebring and 2004 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 549 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Sebring | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Sebring | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |