2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Esprit | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
