2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 747 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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 Sorento, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Esprit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |