2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Lotus | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Esprit | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
