2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 10 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, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 411 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 2001 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elise | Soul |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |