2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |