2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Sprinter | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
