2001 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | SC | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |