1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 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. Both 1996 Lotus Elise and 2005 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 191 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.
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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Elise | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |