2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. 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 200 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
