1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1088 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 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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2824 mm |