1998 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Marcia | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Marcia | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |