2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 118 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 93 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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |