2005 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit

To start off, both 2005 Honda Vamos 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Honda Vamos.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2005 Honda Vamos 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 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Vamos 2005 Lotus Esprit
Make Honda Lotus
Model Vamos Esprit
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 656 cc 3506 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 0 HP 349 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1160 mm


 

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