2008 Honda Element vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Element | Esprit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |