2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Range Rover | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
