1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 739 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 1996 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |