1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1601 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Elise | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2895 mm |