2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 83 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lotus | Cadillac |
| Model | Esprit | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
