2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 107 is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | 107 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
