2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 794 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Accent | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
