2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Durango | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
