2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 289 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | Smart |
Model | Esprit | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 33 L |