2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
