1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elan | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |