2006 Acura RL vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1994 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | RL | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
