2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1800 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Elise | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 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 | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |