2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 404 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 Peugeot 807, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807. 2007 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
