2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1293 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elise | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
