2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 9 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 56 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Esprit | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
