1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |