2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 126 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Esprit | HHR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2629 mm |