2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Esprit | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3110 mm |
