2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
