2002 Acura CL vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | CL | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |