2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |