2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 204 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 205 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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Esprit | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
