2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 171 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |