2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 5 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 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 242 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1025 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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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 (400 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Esprit | Livina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |