2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Commander | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
