2007 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Rio | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
