2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari 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 105 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Esprit | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |