2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |