2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 898 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
