1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1707 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 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elise | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |
