2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (510 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Escalade | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
