2008 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Carens | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
