2004 Holden Zafira vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Zafira | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Esprit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |