2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
