1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 880 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Lotus | Xedos |
Model | Elise | 9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |