2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Etude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
