2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Santa Fe | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |