2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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. Both 2001 Lotus Elise and 2009 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 200 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Elise | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |