1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |