2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2004 Lotus Esprit and 2004 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega. 2004 Opel Omega 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. 2004 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |