2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
Model | Nubira | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |