1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1327 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise. 2010 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Navara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |