2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Esprit. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 1996 Lotus Esprit (510 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | LR3 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |