2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |