2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
