2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Esprit | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |