1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 935 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 Previa, 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 Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
