1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V, 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | HR-V | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |