2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 7 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 452 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, 2009 Dodge Journey, 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Journey | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
