1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 11 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 905 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Hilux |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |