2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1308 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise. 2011 Lexus LS 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. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lotus | Lexus |
Model | Elise | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |