1999 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | S-MX | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |