1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elise | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elise | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
