2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |