1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 8 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 533 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.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Lotus | Saleen |
Model | Elise | S7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2692 mm |