2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1295 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Elise | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 78 L |