2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2000 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Esprit | Contour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |