1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR-15 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
