2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2003 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2430 mm |
