2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Esprit and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 253 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
