1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 946 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
