2001 Honda Stream vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 484 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream, 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, 2001 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Stream | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |