2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF 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. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XF | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
