1997 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1997 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotus Elise | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Elise | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
