2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Esprit | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
