2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elise | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
