2000 Daewoo Arcadia vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2000 Daewoo Arcadia and 2000 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Arcadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Arcadia (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Arcadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Arcadia weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Arcadia, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Arcadia | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Arcadia | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3740 mm |
