2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 259 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Esprit | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |