2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1996 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 11 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Esprit (285 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm). This means 1996 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1996 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | LR3 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| 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 |
