1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1253 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Elise | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
