1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 571 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
