1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Previa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
