2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Santa Fe | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
