2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1993 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
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, 1993 Renault Espace, 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 1993 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 77 L |
