2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Rodeo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
