1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 1999 Jeep Wrangler and 1999 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jeep | Lotus |
Model | Wrangler | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |