2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2172 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |