1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1587 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 99 L |
