2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Jeep | Lotus |
Model | Commander | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |