2005 Isuzu KB vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB. 2005 Isuzu KB has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu KB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu KB | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | KB | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3504 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
