2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 1 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 266 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Tipper | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 3506 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
