1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
