1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Elise | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |