2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | MDX | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |